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One of the best ways to make sure your home looks great is to keep the area around it looking great. If you're thinking about hiring a tree service to keep your Collinsville, IL, home looking great all year long, here's what you need to know about the cost of tree care.
Tree Size
When it comes to determining how much it costs to take care of the trees on your property, size is one of the [...]

Whether you need to clear space for a new landscaping project or need to remove a hazard, sometimes tree removal is an essential part of tree care in your Cahokia, IL, backyard. If you plan to do it yourself rather than hiring a service professional, there are some essential rules and techniques you need to know.
Safety First
Tree removal can be a dangerous project, so safety gear is required. [...]

6 Fruit Trees You Should Never Plant in Your Yard
Who doesn't love a tree in the yard? It provides much-needed shade on a hot summer day. And, if it's a fruit tree, you get the bonus of a fresh, delicious harvest to look forward to. What could be better? Nothing, as long as you do some research before planting trees in Granite City, IL.
While many trees require tree care from a tree service, [...]

Tree Care: Insights on the Trees that require the Least Amount of Water
We are living in a time when planting trees has become a crucial part of our lives, mainly because we are part of the natural environment around the globe. One significant benefit of growing trees and tree care is the positive effect on climate change due to the substantial reduction in global warming.
It is vital to [...]

Reasons You Shouldn’t Plant Trees too Close to Your Home or Business
The right combination of shrubs, flowers, and trees can improve curb appeal and help transform your yard. Trees planted around homes provide shade, windbreaks, and privacy screens and make your home look cooler. However, planting trees at the wrong place, especially near buildings, be it a home or office that can bring issues [...]

Tree Service: Stump Removal v. Stump Grinding
Those who have removed a tree and then left the stump or intend to eliminate the tree on their property understand that stump removal and techniques are some of the methods that can be applied to reduce safety hazards as well as habitats for unwanted animals such as crickets. Removing a tree from your property may leave damaging effects, especially if[...]

The Signs of a Dead Tree
A dead or dying tree isn't just an eyesore; it can also pose a safety risk to loved ones, friends and passersby. Falling limbs can lead to costly damage to landscaping, structures, and fencing, and if windy weather or storms cause a dead tree to topple, then you may end up with roof damage or worse. Collinsville, Illinois homeowners should keep a careful watch on the [...]

Benefits of Professional Tree Care
Trees don't just make your compound look greenery and magnificent but also helps in maintaining fresh and clean air. Taking care of your trees is important and it's not an easy task. It's risky and if you decide to care for your trees by yourself you might make a mistake that can either result in property damage or even worse, hurt yourself. You can easily avoid[...]

Common Tree Care Mistakes in Waterloo IL
Tree trimming services in Waterloo, IL are an excellent way to improve the health of your trees, while also increasing sun exposure for your lawn. Tree pruning services are also effective in improving the overall appearance of your yard and boosting curb appeal. However, it is important to avoid making the most common tree care mistakes that can damage and[...]

Here’s what you need to know about tree trimming
Many of us love the trees in our yard. They provide shade for us and our home’s from the sun while offering increased appeal for your yard and home. However, what happens when these trees grow too big? What can you do? Luckily, it’s possible to control the growth of your trees with simple tree trimming techniques, but you must make sure that [...]

Here’s what happens to felled trees
When it comes to your property, it’s not abnormal to need a tree cut down, especially if you live on acres of land. But, what happens after you cut the tree down or have the tree cut down for you? Where does the wood go? What should you do with it? Typically, a tree removal company will turn the felled trees into wood chips that can then be sold to [...]

Here’s how you can spot tree disease at your Belleville, IL property
Property owners in the Belleville, IL area are proud of the richness of their land. From vibrant foliage to tall, towing trees, there’s a lot to be proud of. However, what happens when one of those trees catches a disease? That’s right; disease aren’t just for humans, trees can get them too. In the rest of this article, [...]

Here are the tree species you can plant in Granite City, IL
In Granite City, IL and throughout the Metro-East area, the Spring and Summer are the busiest times for landscaping and planting due to the moderate temperatures for much of the seasons. However, just because the temperatures are moderate, doesn’t mean that you can plant anything and it will grow. This is especially true for trees that[...]

Here’s what you need to know about the best season for planting
It’s May in Collinsville, IL, which means that people have already begun planting for the summer season, and they’re starting to see the fruits of their labor in budding flowers and plants. However, this season is also a favorite for planting new trees. New trees provide much-needed shade for you and your home, and they provide[...]

Life in the fast lane? Taking it slow? There’s a tree for you!
Trees are wonderful – they provide shade, beauty and they actually convert CO2 into Oxygen for us to breathe. However, determining which trees to plant in your yard can be more difficult than admiring them from afar. There are so many factors to take into account to ensure you’ve got the right tree in the right environment for [...]

Here’s what you need to know about tree trimming
It is getting close to the time of year in Collinsville, IL where maintaining your trees is crucial. While pruning trees properly may be subject to certain differences by species, there are certain universal basics that you can learn to make for a more successful trimming session. Here are some tips on how to best trim your trees this season.
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Here's what you need to know about tree pruning
Have you noticed trees growing out of control? Are they hanging over property lines or causing a threat to your home? It’s time you called a local professional for tree pruning services that will keep your trees in control and growing strong for years to come! Pruning involves trimming and cutting away overgrown, infected, dead or broken branches,[...]

Tree topping hazards to be aware of
Trees are lovely. They provide shade, are aesthetically pleasing, and provide homes for birds, squirrels, and other animals. However, tress can also sometimes grow too big, which causes a hazard for homes and businesses and may interfere with electrical lines. Some think that tree topping is an easy way to go about solving these problems. This practice involves[...]

Plant these species to survive harsh Midwestern winters
If you are planting a new arbor in the tough Midwest soil of Edwardsville, IL you may wonder if the species you have chosen is hardy enough to survive the rough winters of this region. The good news is that there are many species that can not only survive but thrive in this climate. Let's take a look at some of the toughest and most [...]

As the temperatures drop in autumn, your trees will naturally begin to prepare themselves to survive the winter, but as the leaves change color, there are many things that you can do to help them in this task. The tree species experts here at Merritt's Tree Service have assembled some tips on how to help your trees prepare for the cold winter months.
Clean things up
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